Laiendust

Laiendust is an Estonian noun meaning extension, enlargement, or expansion. It is formed from the verb laiendada (to extend) with the suffix -dus, and the base form is laiendus. The word appears in various contexts to describe the act or result of making something wider, longer, or more expansive.

In everyday language, laiendust is used for both concrete and abstract extensions. Common phrases include tähtaaja laiendus (extension of a deadline) and ruumi laiendus (increase in space). The term can refer to enlarging physical space, extending a period of time, or broadening a policy or set of rules.

In technology and computing, laiendus is frequently used to describe additions that increase capability or scope. For example, brauseri laiendus (a browser extension) refers to software that adds features to a web browser. In information technology, laiendust can denote the act of expanding system functionality or capacity.

In mathematics and formal sciences, laiendus denotes a structural extension, such as a field extension or an algebraic extension, where one object is enlarged by including additional elements or properties.

Grammatically, laiendust is the accusative singular form of laiendus; Laiendus is the nominative singular, and Laienduse is the genitive singular. The plural nominative is laiendused.

See also: laiendus (as a general concept), brauserilaiendus (browser extension), faililaiendus (file extension).